Boxing Day Haul

This year, just like last year, I was brave enough (and maybe a little bit silly) to go shopping for Boxing Day "sales"... The town centre was quite hectic as people were jamming all the shops, running around and pushing in front of each other. I visited shops like: River Island, Next, New Look, all the shops that are considered to be 'good' quality. Normally, I don't shop in River Island as it's a little too expensive for me, yep I'm one of these people that are not pleased with spending £30 pounds on a top (don't call me Scrooge) but I'm not alone in this right?!


When I woke up this morning, I greeted the day with high expectations and a though that I will buy some new clothes and finally find the perfect blouse, that will actually fit me, and that I was looking for in ages! 
To be honest, I'm not sure what exactly I was expecting, hardly any clothes that I considered as reasonable were on sale and if I did find anything 'reasonably nice', they didn't have my size :(. But, I bet that in other places, like: London or Preston the sales were just ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, right?

  

I know that I probably complained a lot there but the day wasn't that day after all... I managed to get some essentials for half price, such as baby lips lip balm. Also, I got a great pair of statement earrings and a bracelet. And not forgetting about my pink and white cosy, bed socks, that are so soft!! I just love them!!

How did you spend your Boxing Day/ Holidays? Let me know in the comments! 
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Shine bright like a diamond a.k.a What I 'am wearing on Christmas Day!

I'm not the only person in this massive world that loves Christmas and the holidays. I was looking forward to this day for the past month, hoping that by the time it arrives I will be up and ready in a holly, jolly Christmas spirit. And it's here, Christmas is here and I'm more than excited about it and it's a shame it can't last more that a few hours! 

But, unfortunately I have realised that Christmas is a lot of hard work. For the past few days I was busy buying presents for everyone, cleaning, helping out my mum with cooking and working. But, all this hard work will pay off, once you see everyone's' smile. 
This year, like every other year, I'm spending Christmas with my family and I thought it will be relevant if I show you what I'm wearing on this magical day! 

Because I'm staying home I didn't want to be dressed over the top or be really dressed down. So, I have picked out to wear this cream sweater (and what's absolutely amazing about it is that it has a bit of chiffon sticking out at the bottom, so it looks like I'm wearing a blouse underneath the sweater). AMAZING!  I paired this sweater with a pair of plain thick, black leggings. However, I thought this was a little bit too simple, so I have matched it with my gold statement necklace. 
I think this necklace made my outfit look more dressy but also casual -as I'm wearing black leggings.
What are you wearing this Christmas?

I hope you all have wonderful holidays! Take care! 

I hope you all have wonderful holidays! 

(Sorry for the bad quality of the photos :/ )

Christmas/ Winter Favourites Special + Jingle all the way Tag

Hey guys! Today I wanted to share some of my Christmas/ Winter Favourites, which consist a mix of movies, clothes, cosmetics, food, basically EVERYTHING! Also, I wanted to add some of the questions from the Jingle All The Way Tag!
Let's start...

Jingle All The Way Tag.

                                                                                    1. What are some of your favourite Christmas traditions?

Some of my favourite Christmas traditions are watching Rudolph and Home Alone on Christmas Day, cooking and baking the delicious food with my mum and obviously gathering around the table and spending time with my family!

2. What is one thing you hope to get for Christmas this year?

Honestly, I didn't ask my parents for anything specific or "big" this year, just some small things like, books or a few clothing items.

3. Ice-Skating or Christmas Shopping?

Christmas shopping, just simply because I love shopping and also, when I went ice skating once I fell over and hurt my back, so it wasn't a very nice experience but, I would love to learn how to ice skate one day.

4. It's snowing outside. Do you stay in side, drinking hot chocolate, or go outside and play in the snow?

Definitely go outside and play in the snow because, I grew up in Poland, where in winter time it snows and one of my childhood memories is going out with my sisters and building snowmen and throwing snow at each other. But after all this fun, I would probably jump in my warm pyjamas and drink a hot chocolate!  

5. Real or fake tree?

When I was younger, we used to have a real tree (and I actually had a real tree two years ago) but now I always have a fake tree because, it's easier but I'm not going to lie: real trees have an amazing smell, which puts you into a better Christmas mood.

6. What is your favourite thing about the holidays?

My favourite thing about the holidays is having some time off school, when I don't have to worry about anything. But the main favourite thing is spending time with my family and decorating my house with amazing and adorable Christmas decorations . *Funny fact about me, I always though that the best thing about Christmas is spending quality time with family, while all the other kids said that they are only looking forward to the presents they got from their parents... phee.

Winter Favourites.

My favourite drink will definitely be a hot chocolate. who doesn't love a hot drink especially when it's absolutely freezing outside?

My favourite Christmas movie of all time is Rudolph the red nosed reindeer, which I watched every Christmas since I was little (so I'm sticking up to the tradition), Elf because its simply hilarious and Home Alone as its on TV every Christmas, each year- surprisingly I didn't get bored of it yet, I actually think it makes Christmas, Christmas. It wouldn't be the same without these movies!

The best Christmas decoration are the Christmas lights, they make the tree look more colourful and the house look cosy, festive and beautiful.

Favourite Christmas song? I'm sticking to the basics, which are "Last Christmas" by Wham! "All I want for Christmas is you" by Mariah Carey, "It's the most wonderful time of the year" by Andy Williams and "Holly Jolly Christmas" by Michael Buble, aren't you surprised?!

Nail polish? The darker the better apparently. But, personally I prefer bright or neutral colours. There's too much dark colours in winter already.

Favourite clothing item? My big, dark khaki parka coat! It's absolutely amazing and warm! I love it!

Favourite time of day is definitely afternoon, around 6 o'clock, when I can just chill, watch a movie or sadly do my homework, unfortunately.  

Thank you for reading! Happy holidays!

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DIY Christmas pillow case

Hi! I wanted to share with you what I did to make my room more Christmas-y, which is making my own pillow case. I know, I could just go to a shop and get one but it's not the same, as making this Christmas themed pillow case was fun and a great time killer! (and simply because I love sewing).

Equipment- Christmas fabric (I picked this adorable Rudolph fabric), matching thread, pins, scissors.

The first thing I did was measure my pillow and measured out how much fabric I'm going to use. Then, I simply cut it out of fabric, using fabric scissors. *Remember to add extra 1 or 2 cm seam allowance.*

 Next, I folded the top bit of the fabric (roughly 8 cm, so that my pillow doesn't fall out) and pinned my fabric so that it will be easier to sew. Then I sew a straight stitch (with a red thread) along the sides of the case. After that, I sew a zig-zag stitch next to the straight stitch, so that it doesn't rip, unless you have an overlocking sewing machine, then use that. *Make sure that the fabric is turned inside out before you start sewing.*

Then, I turned the fabric inside in and delicately pushed out the corners! 

The finished product.

Thank you for reading. This is the first DIY I have ever written about (I'm still new to all this and I know this isn't very detailed) I hope you liked it!

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Back to the 1950s...

The 50's was probably one of my favourite decades and I'm in love with everything that is connected with the 1950's- movies, music, aesthetics. 
But mostly because of the amazing fashion. Peter pan collars, brightly coloured clothes and accessories that became fashionable in the 1950's and pleated (puffy), classy and feminine dresses that became an alternative to the tight waist and full skirts. Designers such as: Balenciaga and Dior had shown unfitted suits and an A-line dresses, (that became very popular). However, it was Coco Chanel that made a massive comeback and created the Chanel suit, that became the 'highlight' of the 1950's. Obviously not forgetting about some amazing personalities like, Audrey Hepburn or Marilyn Monroe.

Take a look at the 1950's in pictures! 

*Sometimes, I feel as if I was born in the wrong decade.*

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Elie Saab Spring/Summer Collection 2014- A Lace Garden

Last week, I happened to randomly click on a website that showed you all the new designer collections from Paris Fashion Week and I fell in love with one in particular. The Elie Sabb spring/summer 2014 collection. The collection's theme is the lace garden and I think anyone can wear it as it's not extravagant but calm and down to earth. The thing that grabbed my heart was how feminine each piece looked and the choice in colour, that simply shouted classy, elegant and romantic! I've always been a fan of Elie's work, mostly jewellery, but I'm amazed with this new collection *love from the first sight* 

The colours that reign in this collection are: eglantine rose, bougainvillea, verdant green not forgetting about the simple black and white that perfectly linked with the botanical prints, lace frills and feminine embellishments. From tops and bottoms to classy gowns.
Perfection! 

What do you think of this collection? Let me know in the comments below!

(This is not the whole collection!)


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